Sunk by the British frigates HMS Tyler, Keats and Bligh on 27 Jan, 1945 in St George´s Channel, in position 52.24N, 05.42W. (Postwar assessment)Notes. This attack was actually responsible for the loss of U-1172.

Schnorchel-fitted U-boatThis boat was fitted with a Schnorchel underwater-breathing apparatus in March 1944. Read more about the Schnorchel and see list of fitted boats.

Men lost from U-boats

Unlike many other U-boats, which during their service lost men due to accidents and various other causes, U-1051 did not suffer any casualties (we know of) until the time of her loss.

U-boat Emblems

We have 1 emblem entry for this boat. See the emblem page for this boat or view emblems individually below.